During a Rescue Attempt, a Kidnap Victim is Allegedly Killed by an FBI Agent in Houston, Texas
On Tuesday, January 30, 2018, a tragic homicide occurred in Houston, Texas, as a kidnap victim was shot and killed by a SWAT team member with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Ulises Valladares was reported as being kidnapped from his home in Conroe, Texas. Acting on information obtained during an investigation, the FBI attempted to enter the location where Valladares was being held. A tool was used to break a rear window, but the FBI agent dropped the tool inside. A second agent decided to gain entry using his rifle. The Houston Police Department was also at the location, and HPD reported that Valladares grabbed the rifle and started tugging on it. The FBI agent reported that he was afraid he was losing control of the rifle, and he allegedly made the decision to fire the weapon. Valladares was struck by one of the shots, and a second shot hit the roof. When law enforcement officers entered the home, they discovered that Valladares was bound and had been shot. They immediately called for emergency medical assistance. Valladares was transported to a local hospital, where he later died.
According to Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo, the FBI agents identified themselves repeatedly, yelling “FBI” while trying to enter the home. The room where Valladares was being held was dark, since a decision had been made by the FBI not to utilize lighting during the rescue attempt.
Three individuals are currently facing charges related to the kidnapping. One of the individuals is related to Valladares by marriage and allegedly threatened other members of his family, in addition to allegedly kidnapping him for a ransom of $20,000.
The alleged shooting by a law enforcement officer is under investigation.
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